California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is the fire department of the California Natural Resources Agency in the U.S. state of California. It is responsible for fire protection in various areas under state responsibility totaling 31 million acres, as well as the administration of the state's private and public forests. In addition, the department provides varied emergency services in 36 of the state's 58 counties via contracts with local governments. The department's current director is Joe Tyler, who was appointed March 4, 2022, by Governor of California Gavin Newsom.

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
Operational area
Country United States
State California
Agency overview
Established1885
Employees
  • 6,100 Permanent employees
  • 2,600 Seasonal employees
  • 3,500 Inmates, Wards, Conservation Corps Members
  • 600 Volunteers In Prevention (VIPs)
Annual budget$2.85 billion (2021–2022)
StaffingCareer
Fire chiefJoe Tyler
EMS levelALS
Facilities and equipment
Stations237 owned/operated
575 operated
Engines356 owned/operated
624 operated
Trucks28
Rescues184
Ambulances63 paramedic units
HAZMAT9
Bulldozers61
Airplanes30 air tankers
16 tactical planes
Helicopters24
Website
calfire.ca.gov
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